Moving in Kentucky: Regulations, Rights & Costs
Everything you need before hiring a mover in Kentucky — the regulator, how to verify a license, where to complain, your protections, and typical local move costs.
Who regulates movers in Kentucky?
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet – Division of Motor Carriers (KYTC)
- License required (intrastate): Yes
- License lookup: verify a mover
- Deposit cap: No specific state deposit cap identified; verify with KYTC.
How to file a complaint in Kentucky
Online: https://transportation.ky.gov/Motor-Carriers/Pages/Household-Goods.aspx
Phone: 1-502-564-1257
Mail: KY Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers, P.O. Box 2007, Frankfort, KY 40602
For interstate moves, also use FMCSA (1-888-368-7238) and the DOT OIG (1-800-424-9071). Full guide.
Your consumer protections in Kentucky
- Movers must hold a KYTC Household Goods Certificate and file a public tariff
- Carrier may not charge above or below its filed tariff (strong consumer protection)
- Default cargo liability $0.60/lb per article under KRS 281.655
- Complaints filed via form TC 95-622 with KYTC
Key statutes & rules
- Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter 281 (Motor Carriers), § 281.630
- Requires Household Goods Certificate and filed tariff
Kentucky regulates intrastate movers through KYTC (not the PSC). A monthly public HHG Carrier Listing PDF is published.
Typical local move cost in Kentucky
Local move estimate for South region (2 movers + truck, excludes packing/materials). Figures are model estimates, not quotes.
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $278 – $893 |
| 1 bed | $361 – $1,279 |
| 2 bed | $527 – $1,859 |
| 3 bed | $692 – $2,438 |
| 4 bed | $858 – $3,018 |
Estimates use the ReloFig model (BLS wages × regional × South factor). Always get three written quotes. Methodology.
Cities in Kentucky
Sources: transportation.ky.gov law.justia.com movingrated.com . ReloFig does not sell your information.